Anyone have a good settings that I should use? Everyone talks about changing settings to ones other than the default Samsung one. However after playing with it for a while, I found the default settings to be decent. Any other settings I should try? Anyone have a good settings that I should use? Everyone talks about changing settings to ones other than the default Samsung one. However after playing with it for a while, I found the default... » Read More Anyone have a good settings that I should use? Everyone talks about changing settings to ones other than the default Samsung one. However after playing with it for a while, I found the default settings to be decent. Any other settings I should try? « Show Less
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Try turning the brightness down and the contrast up and also adjust the color so it looks as real as possible. Also you can change the energy saver setting to make to lighter or darker. Offhand my settings on dynamic mode are:Contrast: 95Brightness: 32Color: 64Sharpness: 90Energy Saver: Level 1
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At the bare minimum try getting a THX certified DVD (Cars, Finding Nemo, etc...) and using the THX Optimizer included on the disc. This will help some, but won't beat a professional calibration.
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I think Justin's settings are fine and that the key is high contrast, low brightness and I keep my settings just around where Justin's are too. I have my color set down to around 31 and sharpness very low, energy setting at medium.There's several settings at the www.avsforum.com for this tv
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Hi Ronald, Loved the machine until it stopped working after the first month, Samsung says it is defective and they cannot fix it and I can return it. Also, the repair guy at Samsung tells me his demo machine is doing the same thing....
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It all really depends on your own room. I tried several different calibrations that I found on the web and none of them are acceptable to me. I've found that I have to tweak each movie or show that I'm watching individually, but eventually I get to a good picture after practice. The HD channels are much better then the SD channels. I also found that the scrolling bar helps to cleanthe colors. It seemed a little brighter after using the grey scroll bar. I am still getting used to the lack of brightness versus an LCD, but the true colors are worth it.
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sounds like Samsung is in bed with too many other competing services already.. like Netflix and Blockbuster. That will have to change soon though. This should be as easy as a firmware update I'd hope!
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The best thing to do is to Buy one of those hd tuning dvds. I did that and it looked better than when i screwed with the settings. My tv looks great and I no longer mess with the settings.
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I personally have not experienced this. So far. However I have noticed that sometimes the sound just stops working. It seems to be random and infrequent, but it's definitely an annoyance. Turning off the system and then turning it back on solves the problem, so far, but as you know this setup is not a speed demon and it's a PITA. Does all Samsung tech have a mind of its own? A slightly demented mind?
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As far as i know there is no way to change the setting. I've never had that problem. Wonder if something is wrong with yours?
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I bought a similar Samsung and also thought I was getting a 60 hz picture but in fact, by default it uses the 120 hz. The 60 hz that is shown (I don't recall where that setting is shown) is misleading and does not represent the actual 120 hz that the TV uses by default. Nothing to turn on, you are getting 120 hz. Samsung should be more clear about this but I did track down the issue on their website.
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Call Samsung, they were very helpful. Unfortunately because the device was not "original" as stated in the description, I ended up returning mine. (Serial number on bottom of unit didn't match any numbers in the Samsung database, I wrote about this in my review). Sorry.
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Make sure the TV is not in "Store mode" because it always resets the settings so that they will look good in the store. I would also recommend returning your Samsung for a Sony Xbr4. I went through 2 defective Samsungs before I finally woke up and got the Sony. It is far superior to the LNTxx71.
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I have a Sony XBR5 no problems at all, perfect set. I watch a lot of sports the set is fantastic. Samsung is a great set also, but at the store I did see some issues with it. I have heard and read about the clouding problem in the past, but not on the new sets, it has been solved to my knowledge. XBR4/5 same great set. Sony and Samsung went on a joint venture with their panels, this means that both company's have the same panels (8th gen. panels). The only difference is the engine, I think in my opinion the Sony has more detail than the Samsung. At the same time we are nit picking, which ever one you like go with it and don't look back. Be happy with your choice, because there will always be a better set. FYI if you go with Samsung be sure it has the updated firmware, on the settings menu it should say "Oct2007". If it doesn't you can not update it, you will have to find another set that does. Check with Samsung for the current firmware update. Samsung "81 series" is the only set that I know of that you can update the firmware via the internet when available, this is a plus. Most company's don't guarantee blown pixals, some will say you need to have certain amount of pixals blown before they can exchange for a new one. Check out the extended coverage, make sure they cover blown pixals. Some people have had blown pixal problems, at the store they had a few sets with this problem including Sony and Samsung. I have read that a lot of people had customer service problems with Samsung less with Sony. I never had a problem with Sony's customer service in the past or their products. Pick the best set you like and forget everybody else, it's your set. ****HOPE THIS HELPS, GOOD LUCK****
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Good Morning D.Cork, There is a lot of information in the manual that comes with the phone. I want the name to be announced so I have not made any changes to the default settings. I hope you find the solution to your problem. R. Gisinger
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Thank you for the advice. I played with the ISO, MP and color settings a little bit today and got some pictures that came out a little better. Sadly, I am comparing the pictures to my 8 year old Canon S50 and the S50 takes better pictures. Indoor flash pictures are particularly disappointing. It is hard for me to accept this. The reason I want to upgrade the S50 is for the smaller size, wider angle, zoom and HD video. I expect the pictures to be at least as good if not better after so many years.The S95 is a great suggestion. I may look into a Panasonic too. Now back to the search for the S50 successor. Thank you for the advice. I played with the ISO, MP and color settings a little bit today and got some pictures that came out a little better. Sadly, I am comparing the pictures to my 8 year old Canon S50 and the S50 takes better pictures. Indoor flash pictures are particularly disappointing. It is hard for me to accept this. The reason I want to upgrade the S50 is for the smaller size, wider angle, zoom and HD video. I expect the pictures to be at least as good if not better after so many years.The S95 is a great suggestion. I may look into a Panasonic too. Now back to the... » Read More Thank you for the advice. I played with the ISO, MP and color settings a little bit today and got some pictures that came out a little better. Sadly, I am comparing the pictures to my 8 year old Canon S50 and the S50 takes better pictures. Indoor flash pictures are particularly disappointing. It is hard for me to accept this. The reason I want to upgrade the S50 is for the smaller size, wider angle, zoom and HD video. I expect the pictures to be at least as good if not better after so many years.The S95 is a great suggestion. I may look into a Panasonic too. Now back to the search for the S50 successor. « Show Less
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AJ, etc. I currently have the new Samsung 6900. It does not have these issues at all, but I am in the process of returning to Amazon due to the fact that I can only get 4 mpps over wireless, yet I have a 20Mpps network. I ordered the Panisonic BD-85 which should arrive Wednesday. On the Samsung you CAN view and even search for movies in Netflix, then choose and watch and the GUI interface is fantastic. If the Pany won't do it, I'll be returning both. Guess I got a bad 6900 as it is CNET's best of 2010.
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What ever you do make sure that you buy the extended warranty. Mine was serviced under the manufacturer warranty, and it has never been the same, and samsung will not stand behind their mess up.
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Amazon said to contact Samsung. I have a rep coming out tomorrow to look at it. I don't see how they can fix it but we'll see what he says.
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Hi Jasmany, If you click on my name, I believe you should be able to look up my reviews. The review I posted of this TV has listed what seem to be the best overall settings for viewing. There are quite a few different settings to get it good, but it's worth the effort. If you like what it looks like after setting it up, please be sure to click that little "yes" button on my review so others can find the review easier. Any other questions, just ask! Enjoy the TV! I love mine!!